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Cheapest return flight
R13 609
Typical prices: R15 835-R21 167
Turkish Airlines
Mon 31/12Fri 19/1
EDI - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 032
Typical prices: R9 918-R15 909
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/2
EDI - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 11% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg R13 090 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town (EDI-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Thu, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 19
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16:20 - 12:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R13 609Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 14
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16:20 - 12:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R13 609Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:20 - 12:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R13 609Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 17
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:20 - 12:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R13 609Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 23:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Istanbul
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0:55 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 55m2 stops Istanbul Barcelona-El Prat
R13 642Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 25
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7:55 - 13:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m3 stops Dublin Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:25 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
33h 55m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle Dublin
R13 772Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Sat, Jan 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:20 - 12:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R13 821Turkish Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
KLM Logo
20:30 - 9:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R13 984KLM
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:30 - 22:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 - 22:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 049Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Sat, Jan 23
KLM Logo
5:40 - 12:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 618KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Return flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town start at R13 609. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R15 835 to R21 167. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 609 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town at R16 377 return.
•December (R23 018) and July (R20 918) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R7 032
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 16 427 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town range from R15 835 to R21 167, with an average of R18 489 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 835 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of R18 489. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R21 133, which is 76% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    On the Edinburgh to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 8%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R17 711 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R19 144 – a R1 433 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 06m, compared to 15h 37m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 22m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R17 711 – about R1 433 less than Friday (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Cape Town trip for June. Fares historically average R16 377 return in that month – typically R6 642 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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